Just the right equipment... Management is fantastic. Great place to go and get a workout if you're…read morein town for a quick visit.

While vacationing the owner very accommodating Able to get…read moreday passes with no haste Has any equipment you would need Friendly people working out as well

This is absolutely the BEST small town gym I have ever been a member of…read more Completely remodeled, all new equipment and great staff. I thought it was a special gym before the remodel, now much better. Love it

The women that run the place are very mean. They say nasty things and criticize you. They make some…read morepeople pay for their membership, but other people that they like they don't make them pay. There's a policy that if you're under 18 then you can't go in after hours, but I know some people who are under 18 that go in there after hours (they're all boys). It just kinda sucks that there's not rly anywhere else to workout in town. I will never go in again, it's awful and dirty.

Grayling Fitness Center (previously Hard Bodyz) is the go-to fitness center in Grayling!…read more I was in town for a long weekend and was thankful that I could drop in to Grayling Fitness Center to workout. The owner is so friendly and made it easy to drop in. It was only $10 to drop in, he accepts payment through Venmo. The gym has equipment for any type of workout: powerlifting, CrossFit (bumper plates available), or just cardio machines like bikes, treadmills, etc. There are plenty of free weights and a nice sized rig in the middle of the gym as well. The gym also has ladies and men's locker rooms/rest rooms so you can store your gym bag while you workout. I appreciated how easy it was to just come by in the mornings and will drop in again when I'm back in town!

Great Atmosphere, owner is friendly and helpful. Moderate amount of equipment to choose from.read more

My husband was in the area for a few days and found Rays gym. The owner was very courteous and gave…read morea great deal on a couple of days (pass). The gym itself was extremely clean. There were many workout stations and a huge amount of free weights. My husband would definitely go to this gym again if we were in the area.

Whether you're a gym enthusiast or a "veal calf" that works at a desk too much, Ray's Gym is for…read moreyou. This place is for anyone, young and old alike. There's more than just free weights and exercise machines. There are personal trainers to help you get started on the right program that won't leave you hurting so much you won't want to come back. This clean, safe, non-judgmental gym is open around the clock seven days a week. Check out the website for more details about what Ray's Gym has to offer you.

I am a big fan of Element 22! I was at home for the summer, bored, and I needed a good workout to…read morechallenge me. Dow Fitness center does have great specialty classes, but only on certain days of the week - and no ballet bar (yet!). I've been wanting to try ballet barre classes for a long time, but the rival ballet studio down the street is hugely expensive. Someone recommended Element to me, and I was very impressed with the experience overall. The classes are reasonably priced, the online scheduling system is easy to use and the instructors are really talented. They also let you try your first week free, in case you are unsure. When you first go, the instructors are very high energy - the workouts are extremely intense, but in a positive way (this is not bootcamp style). You will be very tired but amazed what your body can do by the time you are done. Ballet bar was one of the hardest workouts I have ever done, even with years of tennis, spinning and Pilates under my belt. The idea is very tiny, very slow muscle movements that work under-used muscle areas. The first few reps are easy, until you suddenly feel an intense burn. They will take you through about 15 minutes each of Arms, Abs/Back, Glutes and Legs. It is not for the faint of heart, but don't be scared off by the challenge. It becomes addicting! Pilates was still tough but incorporated enough yoga elements to give your muscles a periodic break. I recommend this for those just starting over the ballet bar. I didn't get to try the yoga, unfortunately. I also wanted to address the stereotypes head on - a lot of people are intimidated by places like this because they think everyone will be too fit, too wealthy and too snooty. You will see the lululemon crowd here to be sure, but I also saw a range of fitness levels, body types, fashion choices and ages. Yoga guys in loose sweaters would do planks next to high school students and seniors. Tanned fitness buffs would chat with new moms and people with muscle injuries. It's very diverse! Personally, I never felt out of place, although I am not very fit. I think it may have something to do with the instructors - they put out a very welcoming vibe to everyone, and do their best to remember everyone by name. Element 22 only has a few downsides. When you first start they will often publicly correct your form, which can be a little embarrassing. You may also not make it through the entire workout. But different instructors have different styles and they have a good variety of personalities and class types to try until you feel comfortable. All of the employees are extremely outgoing and personable, so it's totally okay to pull them aside and ask them anything (like modifications for injuries, which I saw a lot of). I suggest going for the first week, giving it a try and seeing how goes - I think almost everyone will be pleasantly surprised!

I love element and have been coming here for over 3 years and over 500 classes. As an avid tennis…read moreplayer and athlete, element has the best offerings of cardio , strength, and to restore. I can easily balance my workouts and come 7 days per week and never get bored! The instructors and their training are the best I have found. I can do the peloton bike and stretch after with yin or yin-yang yoga, strengthen and balance with pilates or barre , or have just have a fun day at WERQ with the dance and music! Try a week and you will see !

Place wouldn't accept dropin's. It's a vacation town and they wouldn't accept out of towners? BUT…read moreyou for sure can tan... Seems odd they would let outsiders tan, but not workout. Another place just a half block away took us in for $8 a visit. Older place but at least we got a lift in on vacation.

This establishment does not want anyone outside of the Houghton lake area. My 2, honor roll sons…read morepaid for a weekly membership in July. They are serious about working out and go to powerhouse gym everyday in shelby Township. When they returned to gym in August they were met with the "Sponge Bob" "your not one of us" response.. you are banned. Apparently if you don't pull the door closed behind you and risk a fight to keep out someone you dont know, they will record you on their cameras and accuse you of "letting in " undesirable people. LOL just avoid the place they are destined to go out of business soon enough anyway!! Like so many business in the North that don't know how to treat a customer!!